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VAR → BOJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Varna Airport (Varna) to Burgas Airport (Bourgas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an uninterrupted panoramic view of the Black Sea coastline, featuring iconic resorts and the historic Nessebar peninsula during the descent.
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Varna Resorts
Aerial views of the St. Constantine and Helena and Golden Sands resort areas just after takeoff.
Black Sea Horizon
A vast expanse of deep blue water stretching toward the horizon throughout the short flight.
Cape Emine
The dramatic point where the Balkan Mountains meet the sea, forming steep cliffs and a jagged coastline.
Sunny Beach
The sprawling hotel complexes and long sandy crescent of Bulgaria's largest seaside resort.
Old Town Nessebar
The UNESCO World Heritage site located on a small peninsula, clearly visible during the approach to Burgas.
Burgas Bay
A wide view of the Gulf of Burgas as the aircraft aligns for its final landing sequence.
Sit on the left for the best coastal views. Since this is a very short flight (often under 30 minutes), be ready with your camera immediately after takeoff. Morning flights provide the best lighting on the water and the red-tiled roofs of Nessebar.
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Varna Lake
A deep-water liman connected to the sea, visible immediately upon departure from Varna Airport.
Kamchiya Biosphere Reserve
Dense flooded forests and the winding mouth of the Kamchiya River flowing toward the coast.
Stara Planina
The easternmost ridges of the Balkan Mountain range rolling toward the coastal plains.
Atanasovsko Lake
The distinctive pink and orange hues of the salt pans located just north of Burgas Airport.
Burgas City
The urban layout and industrial port areas of Bulgaria's second-largest coastal city.
The right side is ideal for seeing the unique pink colors of the salt pans near Burgas. If flying at sunset, the right side offers beautiful reflections over the Balkan Mountains and the inland lakes.
Book Hotels in BourgasDistance: 78 km (48 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: VAR (43.232101, 27.8251)
Arrival: BOJ (42.56959915161133, 27.515199661254886)
Route Type: Domestic
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